County Extension Agent - 4-h

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

Little Rock, United States
Commensurate with education + experience
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Develop educational activities
Recruit and train volunteer leaders
Conduct educational programs for youth
** The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development to deliver hands-on learning experiences aimed at fostering youth development. The role involves collaboration with volunteers and community organizations, program planning, and educational outreach, requiring a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. **

Job Summary

  • The 4-H Youth Development Agent works with volunteers, public schools, and other organizations to deliver research-based, hands-on learning experiences that foster positive and healthy youth development.
  • Responsibilities include collaborating with advisory committees, promoting the 4-H program, recruiting and training volunteers, and engaging youth in project work and life skill development.
  • The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, transportation for job use, and agreement to a background check.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development to deliver hands-on learning experiences aimed at fostering youth development. The role involves collaboration with volunteers and community organizations, program planning, and educational outreach, requiring a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop educational activities
  • Recruit and train volunteer leaders
  • Conduct educational programs for youth
  • Promote 4-H program through community activities
  • Recruit and advise adult leaders and volunteers
  • Engage youth in project work and life skill development

Nice-to-have

  • Maintain knowledge of county characteristics
  • Liaise with local community leaders
  • Develop marketing tools for programs
  • Support county agriculture programs
  • Contribute to program delivery at multiple levels

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, family & consumer sciences, youth development, or related area
  • Must have transportation for use on the job with liability insurance
  • Must agree to a background check authorizing release of relevant Arkansas Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry records

Work Rights

Not specified

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